2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1986 Peugeot 309
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 309 (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 309 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Peugeot 309 (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1986 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Panda | 309 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2480 mm |
